Description

These Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a crispy, cheesy, and savory twist on traditional tacos. Filled with seasoned beef, cream cheese, and melted cheddar, they’re the perfect mix of flavors and textures. Quick to prepare and easy to cook, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or taco nights with family and friends!

Ingredients

Scale

1 packet taco seasoning
1 pound ground beef
½ cup salsa
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp melted butter
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
12 6-inch tortillas

Instructions

Cook the Beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa, mixing well.
Make the Cheesy Mixture:
Add the softened cream cheese and melted butter to the beef mixture, stirring until smooth and creamy. Then, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts into the mixture.
Prepare the Tortillas:
Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos:
Spoon the cheesy beef mixture onto the center of each tortilla, then fold the edges over to form a pocket, pressing gently to seal.
Cook the Pockets:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with a bit of butter or cooking spray. Place the taco pockets seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
Serve:
Serve your loaded cheesy pocket tacos warm with extra salsa, sour cream, or guacamole on the side for dipping.

Notes

You can add extra toppings such as jalapeños, avocado slices, or lettuce for extra flavor and crunch.
For a spicier kick, use spicy salsa or add hot sauce to the beef mixture.
Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.
For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese and cheddar with dairy-free alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner, Taco Recipe
Method: Skillet, Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco pocket
Calories: 300 kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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